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SIF AUM jumps 29% to Rs 17,858 crore in June; inflows surge 171% MoM
Specialised Investment Funds saw assets grow significantly in June 2026. Total inflows into these funds also experienced a substantial increase. Hybrid Long-Short Funds continued their dominance within the SIF segment. The broader mutual fund industry also reported healthy investor participation during the month. SIP contributions reached a record high, indicating sustained retail interest.
INR settles higher on positive cues from local equities; Weak greenback supports
The Indian rupee rose 14 paise to settle at 95.33 (provisional) against the US dollar on Friday as the greenback weakened but crude oil prices steadied amid intensifying tensions in West Asia. FII outflows and uncertainties over fresh tensions in West Asia weighed on the local unit while positive sentiment in the domestic equity markets provided support. Local shares ended Friday's session on a buoyant note, with firm cues from global markets and TCS' better-than-expected Q1 earnings helping underpin investor sentiment. Fears about a return to full-blow war however subsided after President Donald Trump claimed that Iran wants to "make a deal so badly," but he doesn't know if they're worthy of making a deal. The BSE Sensex climbed 827.57 points (1.08%) to close at 77,569.39, while the NSE Nifty 50 rose 244.10 points (1.02%) to settle at 24,206.90.

India's NSE to pitch IPO to 30 global investors as play on deepening capital markets: Reports
Investor meetings are set to begin next week, with a listing expected around October, said the sources, who are directly familiar with the IPO process.
NSE to pitch IPO to 30 global investors, betting big on India’s deepening capital markets - BusinessLine
NSE to pitch IPO to 30 global investors, betting big on India’s deepening capital marketsBusinessLine
India's NSE to pitch IPO to 30 global investors as play on deepening capital markets, sources say - Reuters
India's NSE to pitch IPO to 30 global investors as play on deepening capital markets, sources sayReuters

India could come back into focus as AI spending growth moderates: Allspring
Prashant Paroda, Portfolio Manager-Emerging Markets at Allspring Global Investments explains why the fund has selectively added infrastructure stocks in India, maintained its exposure to financials, and is staying cautious on IT services until earnings visibility and management commentary improve.
Rs 5 lakh crore wealth boost! Top 5 factors fuelling today's 800-point Sensex rally
Indian stock markets experienced significant gains on Friday, with Sensex and Nifty rising over one percent. Strong first-quarter earnings from TCS boosted investor sentiment, leading IT stocks higher. Positive global market trends and a decline in market volatility also contributed to the rally. Despite escalating Iran-US tensions, markets largely ignored the geopolitical developments. Analysts anticipate continued economic resilience and positive sector-specific responses moving forward.
Korea's pain will be India's gain? Why Nifty bears betting on Kospi crash may get disappointed
Foreign investors pulled ₹1.92 lakh crore from India in 2026 to chase the East Asian AI chip boom. As South Korea's KOSPI experiences wild swings, Nifty bulls are hoping that a capital rotation will send those funds rushing back to Dalal Street. But experts warn the road ahead won't be that simple.
INR settles higher, supported by good recovery in local equities
The Indian rupee appreciated by 7 paise to settle at 95.41 (provisional) against the US dollar on Thursday even as crude oil prices firmed up and the greenback strengthened in the global markets. A recovery in the stock markets and dollar selling by state-run lenders supported the local currency amid rising volatility triggered by the fresh escalation in the West Asia crisis. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened lower by 4 paise at 95.52 against the US dollar and later traded in the range of 95.58 to 95.28 during the day. It settled at 95.41 (provisional), up 7 paise from the previous close. The rupee had declined by 52 paise to settle at 95.48 against the US dollar on Wednesday. Indian shares ended modestly higher on Thursday, after having fallen heavily in the previous session amid escalating hostilities in the Middle East. At the close of the market, the NSE Nifty 50 advanced 80.75 points (0.34%) to settle at 23,962.80, while the BSE Sensex gained 238.22 ...
Market recovers after sell-off; Nifty closes above 23,950
Benchmark indices rebounded on Thursday after the previous session's sharp sell-off, supported by broad-based buying and improving global sentiment. The Nifty closed above the 23,950 mark as easing geopolitical concerns after US President Donald Trump said a renewed war with Iran was unlikely. Meanwhile, renewed FII buying in domestic shares, a steady rupee and optimism ahead of the Q1 earnings season lifted investor sentiment. Broader markets outperformed the benchmarks. PSU banks and consumer durables stocks led the gains. IT and auto shares, however, remained under pressure.
TCS, Infosys crash up to 55%: Why India's largest mutual fund scheme is still buying
India's largest mutual fund scheme is buying more shares of TCS and Infosys. This buying occurs even as these IT stocks experience significant market value losses. The fund manager's conviction rests on current cash flows rather than future AI narratives. While AI disruption pressures revenue, it also creates new technology spending opportunities. The sector is no longer considered expensive, but earnings visibility remains a concern.
D-St set for a positive opening as GIFT Nifty signals firm start
Indian markets experienced widespread selling on Wednesday, with the Nifty declining significantly. Global risk sentiment deteriorated following US President Donald Trump's comments on Iran. Asian markets also traded lower, reflecting the weak global backdrop. The Indian Rupee tanked against the US dollar as oil prices rose. Foreign and domestic investors showed net buying activity in equities.